Solution: The i810e chipset does NOT natively support USB 2.0. It has USB 1.1. If a previous owner added a USB 2.0 PCI card, remove it. For native ports, use the generic Windows USB supplement (for Win98 SE, install the usbsupp.exe from the Windows CD).
Why this matters: If you search for "Packard Bell Montenero-C audio driver," you will get generic results. You actually need the "Analog Devices AC'97 driver" or "Crystal CS4281 driver." packard bell montenero-c drivers
If you are using Windows XP, Vista, or 7 on this machine, you can identify missing hardware easily: Solution: The i810e chipset does NOT natively support USB 2
Finding drivers for the Packard Bell Montenero-C requires a shift in strategy. You must look past the brand name on the case and identify the components inside. By identifying the motherboard model and utilizing the Hardware ID, you can source stable drivers that will keep this legacy machine running smoothly. If you are using Windows XP, Vista, or